1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1980 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Cadillac Seville. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Seville | Espace |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |